Affirm
FinTech
SeniorManager,AccountingPolicy&Reporting
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“Senior Manager, Accounting Policy & Reporting at Affirm. Skills: Accounting Policy, SEC Reporting, Technical Accounting. Lead technical research. Analyze accounting requirements”
Industry & Context.
Complex accounting matters
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8-10 years accounting experience, Big 4 Audit experience, Direct SEC reporting experience, Technical accounting research experience, Active CPA, CA, or equivalent required, Deep U.S. GAAP expertise, SEC reporting rules expertise, SEC regulations expertise
Nice to Have
Loan accounting experience preferred, Securitization experience preferred
What You'll Do.
Lead technical research
Analyze accounting requirements
Interpret regulatory requirements
Draft technical accounting memos
Serve as technical resource
Advise business units
Drive accounting process design
Implement accounting processes
Manage accounting policies
Resolve accounting policy gaps
Revise accounting policies
Manage subsidiary policy variations
Prepare financial statements
Meet regulatory reporting requirements
Ensure disclosure compliance
Ensure internal control design
Assist with Audit Committee materials
Lead reporting projects
Mentor accounting team
Drive process improvements
Maintain collaboration with departments
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Audit Committee communication; Board of Directors communication
Communication Scope
Board presentations; Audit Committee presentations
Process & Methodology
Project management
Full Job Description
Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest. About the Finance team The Finance team ensures Affirm remains financially sound and strategically positioned for growth. Our team manages financial planning, accounting, pricing, vendor management, tax, investor relations, and corporate development. We deliver timely insights, accurate reporting, and careful analysis to support decision-making. From day-to-day financial operations to major investments, we enable sustainable, informed growth by maintaining strong fiscal discipline. About the team The Senior Manager, Accounting Policy & Reporting is a critical leadership role responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of external financial reporting, including the timely and accurate preparation and filing of all SEC reports. This role serves as one of the technical accounting resources for SEC-related transactions, ensuring all external disclosures are fully compliant with U. S. GAAP and SEC regulations from a policy and execution perspective. The Senior Manager will play a vital role in researching complex accounting matters and translating policy into actionable, accurate financial disclosures. What you’ll do 1. Technical Accounting Policy Research and Interpretation Lead technical research on new and complex U. S. GAAP (FASB) accounting standards, ensuring timely adoption and accurate documentation of the company's position. Analyze and interpret accounting and regulatory reporting requirements for key domestic and international subsidiaries. Draft and finalize technical accounting memos to support complex transaction analysis and policy conclusions. Guidance and Consultation Serve as the primary technical resource for complex or non-routine transactions within designated areas of scope (e.g., M&A, debt/equity offerings), including SEC reporting implications. Advise business units and f
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